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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Man and Van Service for Your Move

In recent years, the demand for man and van services has surged, particularly in bustling areas like Ealing. These services have become a popular choice for individuals and families looking to relocate without the hassle of managing every aspect of the move themselves. A man and van service typically offers a convenient and cost-effective solution for transporting belongings from one location to another. Choosing the right service is crucial for a successful move, ensuring that your possessions are handled with care and efficiency. This guide is designed to help you navigate the options...

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Thailand for Expats: A Property Rental Guide

Authored by Newshound
Posted: Wed, 07/06/2016 - 9:28am

Thailand has emerged as one of the world’s most popular destination among expats. Although, the reasons are many; Thailand’s real estate is one of the prime reasons for the influx of these expats. But before we look at a few of the facts about the real estate sector in Thailand; we need to take a look at some quick facts about Thailand. You can also take a look at the awesome infographic we have created below.

Image Souce:- PropertyGuru Thailand

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Pollinators' Month aims to get Devon buzzing

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 07/01/2016 - 10:38am

Devon Local Nature Partnership is aiming to Get Devon Buzzing this month (July) with a month of 'pollinator' themed events across the county.

The first ever Devon Pollinators' Month aims to raise awareness of our bees, butterflies and other insects, many of which are in serious decline.

Events have been organized by a wide range of partners including local farmers, East Devon District Council, Devon Wildlife Trust, National Trust, FWAG SW, Paignton Zoo, Dartmoor Meadows Project and Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust.

As part of the Pollinators’ Month everyone is...

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Better Off-Grid Living with a Nest Learning Thermostat

Authored by Newshound
Posted: Tue, 06/28/2016 - 5:13am

Do you live in a rural location, where you don’t have access to a mains gas supply? If so, here’s some good news - living off-grid doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the advantages of modern heating gadgets!

The Nest Learning Thermostat is designed to make heating your home easier and more convenient, whilst reducing your heating bills. Here’s some more information about how it works.

What is a Nest Learning Thermostat?

The Nest Thermostat uses intuitive technology to ‘learn’ what temperature you like. Based on this knowledge, it then creates a personalised schedule for...

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South Coast Property Hotspots You Should Be Looking Out For

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/14/2016 - 10:10am

While an English summer can bring with it endless hours of rain rather than sun, the south coast boasts the mildest weather all year round and the warmest, driest and sunniest weather across the summer months.

It also has over 300 miles of coastline, two National Parks and four World Heritage Sites.

So, you probably won’t be surprised to hear that the south coast is home to several property hotspots. Here are a few you should be looking out for:

Sandbanks, Dorset

Sandbanks, in Dorset, has been named as the UK’s most expensive seaside town, according to...

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Common Appliance Faults - What to Look Out For?

White goods are fairly cheap these days and a washing machine or dishwasher is no longer considered to be a luxury for most families. We can visit out local store or go shopping online and pick up a cheap washing machine or tumble dryer. All being well, it will then be delivered in a couple of days. Unfortunately, cheap is not necessarily cheerful as most modern appliances last no more than a few years.

Appliance services and safety checks are available and are definitely worth considering for premium brands, but if your appliance has already bitten the dust, you need to know...

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Generation Pause: 60% of under 45s in SW left behind by housing crisis

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/07/2016 - 6:56am

New research from housing charity Shelter reveals 59% of 18-44 year olds in the South West say they will be forced to put their lives on hold because of housing problems.

The Shelter and YouGov study of adults under 45 was carried out as part of the charity’s Great Home Debate. It revealed the housing shortage is reshaping how many people in the South West live their lives and creating entirely new timeframes for when they hit traditional life milestones. Housing is a reason for people lagging behind in crucial aspects of their lives – from career and retirement to family and...

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Common appliance faults - what to look out for?

White goods are fairly cheap these days and a washing machine or dishwasher is no longer considered to be a luxury for most families. We can visit out local store or go shopping online and pick up a cheap washing machine or tumble dryer. All being well, it will then be delivered in a couple of days. Unfortunately, cheap is not necessarily cheerful as most modern appliances last no more than a few years.

Appliance services and safety checks are available and are definitely worth considering for premium brands, but if your appliance has already bitten the dust, you need to know...

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Increase the selling power of your home with Home DIY

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 05/17/2016 - 10:40am

Once you have decided you are going to sell your home, don’t you just wish you could fast forward to the moment you are sat in your new house with a glass of wine and a takeaway? But, unfortunately, you can’t and the first and arguably highest hurdle you need to get over is actually selling your current home - which can be much easier said than done.

Your house can be on the market for months and months – you might not even know why, so what can you do about it? Well, you could really speed up the process by filling your details into the valuation form on We Buy Any House and...

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Barratt extends five star quality to local wildlife

South West housebuilder Barratt Homes is offering wildlife in the area a brand new home with a pledge to install hedgehog shelters at its new developments.

The plans to have hogitats at new developments come as the housebuilding industry marks New Homes Week (May 16-22) and sales director Sara Parker said this was an ideal opportunity extend its five star commitment to the local wildlife.

To mark the pledge pupils from Canada Hill Primary School in Newton Abbot visited Prickly Ball Farm and Hedgehog Rescue Centre to learn more about how to care for hedgehogs and their life...

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Home lift raises retired amputee's spirits

Two years ago, retired Exeter policeman Brian Kendall had to have his leg amputated after it went septic following an operation below the knee. Along with the obvious emotional and physical distress it caused the then 73-year-old, it meant that he and his wife, Mary, had to make some major changes to their home.

Confined to a wheelchair, Brian could not use the upstairs of their house for the first year so the couple had to put a bed in the living room and turn the space into a bedroom. After another 12 months, he was able, with the help of Mary, to manage the stairs sitting down,...

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